“Nancy was fantastic! She seemed very knowledgeable and experienced with dogs of any personality, which put my anxiety at ease. My doggies stayed with Nancy for a few days and came back happy as can be. Nancy’s own dogs were just as welcoming and apparently were great playmates for my dog who doesn’t play much with others. Overall had a great experience and will definitely reach out to Nancy for any future dog sitting needs :)”

“Lynne is a wonderful and caring dog sitter. Our Older dog Layla enjoyed staying with Lynne for three days. Plenty of space inside and outside. Lynne sends daily updates and photos. Thank you, Lynne. Look forward to seeing you again in the near future.”

“As usual Judy was awesome with our Lani. She kept us updated daily with their activities even with pictures help us feel at ease while we are away from our pet. Thank you Judy she we will see you in May .”

“Amazing as always! This time my girl got sick and had to go to the vet. She left quite a mess for them to deal with and their only concern was my girls health thank you!!!”

“Rachel is so wonderful. She gave my big guy a home away from home. She made sure he got lots of exercise and beach time. Made him feel right at home. Super responsive and flexible. Can't say enough about what a relief it was to have him safe with her!”

“Wendy is amazing. My dogs have the best time with her and she always goes the extra mile to accommodate their needs. Would highly recommend her for your four-legged kiddos! W. in Gleneden Beach”

“Morgan is outstanding: She's a true lover of animals, and her care for our dog (when we needed to be away on a family trip but couldn't take him) was perfect in every way. She kept him safe, fed, loved, and having much fun! Everything I could want (and more) in a Rover.”

“Kelley was amazing. Her communication was so timely and she sent pictures and videos of our puppy daily. She also went out of her way to bring our doggo to the beach to meet up with our family. We knew our boy was being well cared for and it put me at ease. I am so grateful she was able to provide a safe and comfortable place for our dog to be while our family was at an air bnb that wasn’t pet friendly.”

About: I’m Karen Buhr-Howard, a born and raised farm girl with a lifelong love for dogs. With over 25 years of experience handling dogs of all sizes—from playful puppies to caring for senior dogs—my background has given me a deep understanding and respect for these wonderful companions. Now, as a certified dog trainer from the Animal Behavior College, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to every pet care situation. What I Offer: Doggie daycare & boarding : I'm flexible and happy to discuss how I can best meet your dog’s needs. Drop-In Visits: Perfect for when you can’t get away from work or need someone trustworthy to check in on your furry friend. Dog Walking: I can take up to 2 dogs at a time for a fun and safe walk in your neighborhood. Special Considerations: I am mildly allergic to cats, so while I can't stay in homes with cats for an extended period, I'm still available for dog walks and quick visits. Aside from my pet care services, I help my sister with her kids' sports activities in the late afternoons and most weekends from April through August. My Approach: Every dog is unique, and I pride myself on tailoring my care to fit each pet’s needs and their owner’s instructions. I’m familiar with a variety of collars, halters, and harnesses, and know how to fit them properly to ensure the safety and comfort of your pets. Dogs have always been a huge part of my life, and now they are my career. You can trust that your four-legged family members will be in good hands with me. I'm here to make sure they receive the best care and have a great time! I'm a stay-at-home dog mom, so pet care fits naturally into my daily routine. I love spending time with animals and ensure they receive the best care. Alongside this, I help my sister with her kids' sports activities, which keeps me busy. I'm currently aiming to get to full-time schedule, by adding extra services such as, housekeeping, dog nail trims, basic dog baths, and deshedding brush sessions to provide even more support to pet owners. Prices varies for these services please feel free to inquire about these services with details of what you need done. When caring for pets i always start by listening carefully to their owners instructions and preferences. This helps me maintain a semblance of their usual routine to try to lessen disrupting their established routines. From there, I rely on my experience and training to make the best decisions for the pet’s safety and well-being. I’m attentive and adaptable, making sure that every pet feels secure and loved in their environment.

“Erica provided outstanding care to my Rottie Juna for 10 days in her home. Being able to know your pet is being so well cared for while you are away is so important and such a relief and this is exactly what Erica provided. I am so excited to have found Erica and will continue to use her services for the care of Juna as well as recommend her to anyone who needs pet care. Erica is very in tune with animals and it really shows. She is able to provide care to senior dogs and make sure they have what they need and feel safe and comfortable while you are away. Erica’s communication is so wonderful and her updates were so helpful to receive. Thank you so much Erica for providing such amazing care while we were out of town :)”

“So thankful to find great care for our dog Jake. They had him overnight and he seemed very comfortable at their home. He got to enjoy their yard, and spend time with their wonderful dog too! We would definitely use them again.”

“Laramie was great with my dog with special needs (no eyes) and treated her like her own :) I was very pleased with the amount of communication and my dog seemed to have a great time staying with her!!”

About: Ive taken care of my own animals between my child's pet as well as my own personal companion as they help in many different ways. I am self employed so I set my own hours of operation but I can manage to add in extra work as well on top. I have a fenced in back yard. My house is locked when I am home for my safety as well as my children's and your animals.

“Our pup River had such a good time playing with Poppy and staying here! She went on her first boat ride!! We also received constant communication and a ton of pictures which we loved and appreciated! 10/10 experience!”